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Dramatic Play Research confirms strong connections between pretend or dramatic play and the development of higher-order thinking (Seifert, 2006) and early literacy (Kavanaugh, 2006; Ryan, 2018). Elena Bodrova and Deborah Leong, in particular, have written extensively about the connections between sociodramatic play and executive functioning in conjunction with the Tools of the Mind curriculum (Bodrova […]

Dramatic Play Research confirms strong connections between pretend or dramatic play and the development of higher-order thinking (Seifert, 2006) and early literacy (Kavanaugh, 2006; Ryan, 2018). Elena Bodrova and Deborah Leong, in particular, have written extensively about the connections between sociodramatic play and executive functioning in conjunction with the Tools of the Mind curriculum (Bodrova

Building Blocks Children benefit from having an assortment of different types of building blocks that complement their behavior and activities at different stages of block building.” Outdoor Constructions The confines of a classroom space are not an issue when construction materials are moved or provided outside. Most blocks are made of highly durable materials and

Is this a ramp for cars? Physical considerations for setting up the block center include: As large a floor area as the room can accommodate, and protected from high traffic Flat, sound-absorbing floor surface (such as mat or carpet) to provide a stable building surface and keep construction noise from interfering with other classroom activities

Can you tell me why you put the ramp there? Physical considerations for setting up the block center include: As large a floor area as the room can accommodate, and protected from high traffic Flat, sound-absorbing floor surface (such as mat or carpet) to provide a stable building surface and keep construction noise from interfering

Physical considerations for setting up the block center include: As large a floor area as the room can accommodate, and protected from high traffic Flat, sound-absorbing floor surface (such as mat or carpet) to provide a stable building surface and keep construction noise from interfering with other classroom activities Tabletop surface for working with small

Blocks and Construction Childrens use of blocks for construction play has been heavily researched and the benefits of such play, particularly as related to later mathematical achievement, are well documented (Shaklee, OHara, & Demarest, 2008; Trawick-Smith et al., 2016). As in many other kinds of play, children playing with blocks refine physical coordination, use language

Common Materials Suitable for Light Table Play Materials Applications X-ray films; colored or black/white slides; microfiche film; shells; small clear plastic boxes for holding specimens children might collect, such as butterfly wings or leaves Close observation with magnifying glasses to examine images and/or embedded details that are enhanced when lighted from below Salt, flour, gelatin

Sensory Table Materials, Tool/Props and Activities Sensory Material Recipes Many materials for sensory play can be made cheaply and easily with readily available ingredients. Following a recipe and making sensory materials with children can also be a valuable and enjoyable activity. The distinct sensory qualities of these materials support the ATL standards because they engage